Arts Studio Coordinator - Part Time

YMCA of Central New York • Fayetteville, NY

6d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Arts Studio Coordinator, under the direction of the Director of Studio Programs, is responsible for working with the director and staff in visual art, music, and dance programs that will meet the objectives of the Arts Branch of the YMCA. This role is responsible for organizing and overseeing arts-based curricula, summer arts camps (as needed), member relationships/retention, safety of participants and staff, upkeep of the studio, and marketing programs. The YMCA's mission is to put Christian principles into practice through programs that build healthy spirit, mind, and body for all, strengthening communities through youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility, with core values of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility.

Requirements

• Associate’s degree in related field.
• Two (2) years prior experience working in a group setting/environment, and supervision of children participating in arts programs.
• Excellent organizational and communications skills both verbal and written are essential to the success of this position.
• Brings to this position maturity, responsibility and a sincere interest in working with people.
• Possess a general knowledge and understanding of the YMCA, its goals, and its mission.
• Knowledge of various resources for programming ideas and the skills to utilize that information in program implementation.
• Knowledge of age appropriate activities and expectations of children.
• Strong Computer Skills in Microsoft Office; proficient in Excel and Word, willingness to learn other software programs.
• Demonstrate excellent customer service, supervising, decision-making, problem solving team oriented, creative thinking and leadership skills.
• Demonstrate leadership skills in an outgoing, friendly, assertive, professional, and mature manner.
• Demonstrate the ability to observe confidentiality.
• Must complete online Bloodborne Pathogens and Employee Safety trainings prior to initial assignment to position.
• CPR/AED certifications or successfully complete no later than 30 days after employment begins.
• Must complete online Hazard Communication training within the first 90-days of employment.
• Must complete online Youth Protection and Darkness to Light training within 90-days from hire.
• Other related training per the East Area Family YMCA Training Schedule.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with kiln maintenance and clay recycling a plus, but not required.

Responsibilities

• Communicate regularly with the Studio Director to ensure smooth operations of programs.
• Assist, teach and/or substitute for arts classes and events.
• Escort students to restrooms.
• Organize and oversee Family Art Nights, home school program, visual arts and dance classes, Active Older Adults and birthday parties.
• Keep Arts Studio clean and organized, including cabinets sorted and labeled and wheels and surfaces dust free.
• Be able to complete ceramic processes independently.
• Assist with materials inventory, upkeep and ordering of the department.
• Act in a professional manner at all times including personal appearance, speech, and interaction with participants, their families, and other staff.
• Ensure program operates within materials budget and program fees are collected.
• Create, distribute and tally surveys and compile program statistics.
• Create strategies to build relationships with families of children in camps.
• Fire and maintain kilns, and recycle clay.
• Create documentation for half-day and full day Arts camps.
• Assist in preparing for camp.
• Assist with clerical duties in the Arts Studio, such as filing, photocopying, phone calls, emails, etc.
• Assist with marketing internally and in the community, by helping to produce printed materials, email blasts, Facebook posts, etc.
• Update digital advertising to promote Arts programming.
• All other duties as assigned by the Supervisor.

Benefits

• The YMCA strengthens the foundations of communities and families through our key areas of focus; youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility and our core values of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree